What is the cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Skegness?

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Skegness is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Skegness?

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Skegness is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Waveney Chambers and arriving at Dorothy Avenue via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Transport Interchange, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Skegness via Norwich and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Skegness?

The distance between Lowestoft and Skegness is 195 miles. The road distance is 124.2 miles.

How do I travel from Lowestoft to Skegness without a car?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £35 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Lowestoft to Skegness?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Lowestoft to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Skegness bus from?

Lowestoft to Skegness bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, depart from Waveney Chambers station.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Skegness train from?

Lowestoft to Skegness train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Norwich station.

Train or bus from Lowestoft to Skegness?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Skegness is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Thetford, which costs and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Lowestoft to Skegness bus arrive?

Lowestoft to Skegness bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Lowestoft to Skegness train arrive?

Lowestoft to Skegness train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Skegness is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Lowestoft to Skegness.

How do I get a train ticket from Lowestoft to Skegness?

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

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Lowestoft to Skegness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lowestoft to Skegness by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Norwich to GranthamNorwich - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Grantham to SkegnessNottingham - Skegness
6h 1m
£39–123
Drive 123.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Skegness123.4 mi
2h 32m
£31–45
Bus via Thetford
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus StationX21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Interchange727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Interchange to Transport Interchange88 / ...
4. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Bus Station505
8h 37m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus StationX21 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Stephens Street to Oak StreetX29
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Station505
8h 50m

Lowestoft to Skegness by train

48Weekly Trains

6h 1mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.6 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Lowestoft, England and Skegness, England?

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Skegness via Norwich and Grantham in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waveney Chambers to Dorothy Avenue via Bus Station, Bus Interchange, Transport Interchange, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 37m.

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